I am unable to provide emergency mental health support. If you are in crisis, please contact the services below who can offer immediate help.
Mental health helplines (Mind)
Mind provides a list of UK mental health helplines offering urgent emotional support.
Mind Support Line: 0300 102 1234
9am–6pm, Monday to Friday (except bank holidays)
Samaritans — 24/7
Free, confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Call 116 123 from any phone for immediate help.
Text SHOUT to 85258
If you prefer not to talk on the phone, you can text instead.
Text SHOUT to 85258 for confidential 24/7 crisis support by text message.
Your GP / NHS 111
Your GP surgery should offer urgent appointments when you need rapid mental health support.
When the surgery is closed, call 111 for advice and help finding the right care.
Emergency care (A&E)
If your life is at risk or you feel unsafe, please go to your nearest A&E department immediately or call 999.
A&E is open 24 hours a day and anyone can attend free of charge.